Tesla Model S P85 vs Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014) for as low as $9499, while the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) begins at $44950.

The Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014) is a Liftback, whereas the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) is a Sedan.

Property Tesla Model S P85 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
Years of Production 2012-2014 2021-2024
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Netherlands, USA Germany, India
Body Style Liftback Sedan
Market Availability EU, USA USA
Price USA (Used) $9499 $44950
GCC Score 6.4 7.2

Range and Efficiency

The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014).

Property Tesla Model S P85 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
Range (EPA) 265 mi 340 mi
Range (WLTP) - Range (WLTP) 447 mi
Range (GCC) 243 mi 344 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 85 kWh 120 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 80.8 kWh 108.4 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 33.3 kWh/100 mi 31.5 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.01 mi/kWh 3.17 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 5.9 8.2

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014) maxes out at 120 kW.

The Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 10 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Property Tesla Model S P85 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
Max Charging Power (AC) 10 kW 9.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 120 kW 207 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla (NACS) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 6.1 7.1

Performance

The Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014) is rear-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.

Both cars deliver the same 0-60 mph acceleration time, but the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power.

Property Tesla Model S P85 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
Drive Type RWD AWD
Motor Type 1 motor: IM 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 310 kW 400 kW
Motor Power (hp) 416 hp 536 hp
Motor Torque 443 lb-ft 633 lb-ft
0-60 mph 4.2 s 4.2 s
Top Speed 130 mph 130 mph
Performance Score 5.9 6.7

Dimensions

The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014).

The Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Tesla Model S P85 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
Length 195.7 in 205.4 in
Width (with Mirrors) 86.2 in 83.7 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 77.3 in 75.8 in
Height 56.9 in 59.5 in
Wheelbase 116.5 in 126.4 in

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S P85 (2012-2014), but the Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Tesla Model S P85 Mercedes EQS 580 4MATIC
Number of Seats 5, 7 5
Curb Weight 4630 lb 5888 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 26.3 ft3 21.9 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 58.1 ft3 60 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 2.1 ft3 - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.5 6.3
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